Volara device for clearing mucus in COPD
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a device called Volara that helps clear mucus from the lungs by using vibrations, which may make it easier to cough up phlegm. If you have COPD and produce a lot of daily phlegm, this trial could show whether the device improves your mucus clearance and symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a diagnosis of COPD, with or without bronchiectasis (a condition where lung tubes widen and trap mucus).
- You are at least 21 years old.
- You have never used the Volara device before.
- Your recent breathing tests (within the past year) show moderate to severe airflow blockage.
- You have been coughing up phlegm daily for at least the past 2 weeks.
- Your lung condition and medications have been stable for the past 30 days (no new flare-ups or medicine changes).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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